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Field Surveyor

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Kokosing Inc

Sault Sainte Marie, MI (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 10 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/19/2026

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Job Description

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 50 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For over 75 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.
Job Description:
Field Surveyor will lead or be part of a survey crew depending on experience and background. The field surveyor would work closely with Kokosing supervision to provide layouts for all facets of heavy civil construction. This position will be located onsite full-time at the New Lock at the Soo project, located in Sault Ste Marie, MI.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Work with Project Managers, Engineers, and other Team Members to coordinate surveying activities for the projects.

Knowledge of field survey engineering methods/techniques and survey/GPS instruments.

Understands and able to operate Trimble Total Stations and GPS equipment.

Be able to prioritize layout and do it in an efficient and timely mannerProvide input on surveying to satisfy the project's accuracy requirementsCommunicate effectively explaining the layout providedComply with safety regulations, company standards, and government guidelines.
Minimum Requirements:
Experience working as a surveyor, ideally on heavy civil construction projects.

Proficiency using surveying equipment including levels, robotic instruments, and GPS receiversStrong communication skills and attention to detailBasic computer skills with willingness to learn and expand knowledgeBe willing to learn new surveying techniquesMust be able to climb ladders, work around traffic, and work in all types of weather conditionsMust be physically able to work in the field in various field conditions and travel across rough, uneven surfaces.

Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbsMust possess a High School diploma or equivalent
Benefits:
Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and a 401K plan. Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.